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R824 CTU

1997 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

32,824 mi
Last recorded32,824 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Reliant Rialto44,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR824 CTU
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 32,824 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

diff damp

Pass 7 Nov 2020 31,544 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 30,141 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 30,127 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 28,909 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 28,174 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 26,556 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 25,103 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 23,487 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 21,911 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 19,497 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 17,120 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 17,120 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Centre Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 14,766 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 12,896 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 10,769 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 8,726 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 7,493 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 6,270 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Rialto?

Based on 33,460 MOT tests across 4,287 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
1,246
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
4,287
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 1,438
Stop lamp not working 1,105
Brake pipe excessively corroded 762
position lamp(s) not working 749
parking brake recording little or no effort 667
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R824 CTU is a 1997 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1997 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 44,127 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Rialto fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 1,438 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R824 CTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Rialto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Reliant Rialto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R824 CTU registered?

R824 CTU is a 1997 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R824 CTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R824 CTU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R824 CTU have outstanding finance?

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